Best Cheap Frags

Rubiks

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I got various samples of the perfume oil and just don't love them, either application or scent.

Frustratingly I'm nearing the end of Franck Olivier Black Touch so bought another bottle and it is nothing like my first bottle, no growl of vetiver not even a pale shadow of what it was... Also I wear b&m Seville EDT in the summer and running low, not seen it stocked at slickboys for a while...
 

Reevers

Berlin Calling
I got various samples of the perfume oil and just don't love them, either application or scent.

Frustratingly I'm nearing the end of Franck Olivier Black Touch so bought another bottle and it is nothing like my first bottle, no growl of vetiver not even a pale shadow of what it was... Also I wear b&m Seville EDT in the summer and running low, not seen it stocked at slickboys for a while...
Lalique Encre Noire is a must for any dark vetiver lover. It definitely performs above its £20 price tag.
 

Baba Rum

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I’ve recently bought Boss Bottled Elixir - the drydown really has a nice frankincense fragrance. Not keen on the other Boss things, but this one is really rather good, and just rather cheap. Smells a bit like Nasomatto’s Black Afgano - if you like that stuff.

Another one is Bentley Homme Absolute - quite a good reminiscence of Gucci Pour Homme 1 - all too long discontinued by Gucci. Also cheap.
No sillage and doesn’t last long - but you can definitely spray some more as it’s really affordable :)

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AndThatsARockFact

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Proraso Sandalwood aftershave ($30) is fantastic.

I've seen Geo F. Trumpers Eucris EDT on sale for $45 a few times.

Dunhill for Men ($30) is pretty good if you like Chypres.

Davidoff Zino ($30) is unique and loved by many, but I have to go easy with it, as I find it slightly headache-inducing.

Most cheap fragrances tend to actually smell cheap to me, the kind of chemical smell that one easily goes noseblind to, and causes headache.
 

Occams Razor

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Malizia Uomo Vetyver - a masculine, fresh woody, herbal vetiver with faint floral qualities. The fragrance lasts a good 5 or 6 hours, with some projection. A scent with excellent performance at this price point and it is great value for money. scent. A versatile scent that can be casual or dressed up.
 
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Ron191

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Bod Man is a line of fragrances made by Parfums de Coeur. The bottles usually sell for $4.50US for 100 ml to $9-15 for 236 ml (8 oz.)

**BOD Man Fresh Guy** is widely described as a crisp, "blue," and ultra-clean fragrance. If you’ve ever walked into a room that smells like a mix of expensive laundry detergent and a chilled fruit bowl, you’re in the right ballpark.
Here is the specific breakdown of what you'll smell:
### The Scent Profile
* **The "Juicy" Opening:** Immediately upon spraying, it hits you with a very strong, sweet, and watery fruit vibe—specifically **watermelon** and **green apple**. It’s often compared to a "chilled melon" scent.
* **The "Green" Heart:** As it settles, it becomes more "vegetal." Notes of **bamboo leaf** and **lily of the valley** give it a fresh-cut grass or botanical quality that balances out the initial sweetness.
* **The Warm Base:** Once it dries down completely, you’re left with a soft, clean musk and a hint of **sandalwood**. This keeps it from being *too* fruity and gives it that classic "shower-fresh" masculine finish.
### Summary Table: Key Notes
| Layer | Scents |
|---|---|
| **Top Notes** | Watermelon, Green Apple, Melon Accord |
| **Heart Notes** | Bamboo Leaf, Lavender, Lily of the Valley |
| **Base Notes** | White Sandalwood, Sheer Musk, Amber |
### Overall Vibe
It’s a very high-energy, daytime scent. Because of the heavy watermelon and bamboo notes, it feels "cold" and refreshing, making it a popular choice for wearing after the gym or during the summer. While it’s a budget-friendly body spray, many fans argue it smells significantly more expensive than it actually is, often drawing comparisons to high-end "fresh" colognes.
 
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